Involvement
WHY BE INVOLVED?
There are more reasons than we can list here, but a few are as follows:
WHY GIVE?
Whether you offer your time or resources, you will gain more than you give. Allow the law of circulation to work through you.
You can make a difference and see the results in a short term.
Your contribution will allow the Foundation to preserve an ecological treasure on the Rio Trojas.
With the low cost of living in Costa Rica compared to the U.S., your gift will purchase considerably more.
VOLUNTEERS
You can volunteer to come to live on the farm in the guest house/dormitory. You will have work responsibility and also ample free time to enjoy the farm and nearby attractions.
There are more reasons than we can list here, but a few are as follows:
- Self-reliance through your ability to try your own ideas and watch the results. The scale is small. If many attempts are needed to achieve the desired result there is no fault.
- Thanksgiving and gratitude for the Earth’s bounty when you raise the food you eat.
- How nature works in balance and harmony, and how to observe nature.
- To relax and live in the present moment.
WHY GIVE?
Whether you offer your time or resources, you will gain more than you give. Allow the law of circulation to work through you.
You can make a difference and see the results in a short term.
Your contribution will allow the Foundation to preserve an ecological treasure on the Rio Trojas.
With the low cost of living in Costa Rica compared to the U.S., your gift will purchase considerably more.
VOLUNTEERS
You can volunteer to come to live on the farm in the guest house/dormitory. You will have work responsibility and also ample free time to enjoy the farm and nearby attractions.
practical information for volunteers
Phone numbers on the farm
2454-2886, English or Spanish (main house)
2454-3368, Spanish Only (farm manager)
country code for CR is 506, so from the U.S. dial: 011-506-2454-2886
2454-3368, Spanish Only (farm manager)
country code for CR is 506, so from the U.S. dial: 011-506-2454-2886
notify us of your travel plans
1. We request that you update your travel plans for your visit every two weeks.
2. Please verify your planned arrival by telephone at least two days prior to your scheduled arrival!!
2. Please verify your planned arrival by telephone at least two days prior to your scheduled arrival!!
arrival time at the farm
You are welcome to arrive between 6am and 6pm on your scheduled arrival date.
what to bring
You should bring your own personal effects, work gloves, rain shoes, and boots.
food
We provide beans, rice and oats plus seasonal fruits & vegetables from the farm, other foods can be purchased in town.
the job
Daily projects include planting, weeding, processing worm compost, grass and path maintenance, building construction, designing projects.
SUPPORTERS
Supporters are those individuals who wish to sponsor a student or a program on a continuing basis. They can make financial contributions and also serve in other capacities as they are capable.
With the low cost of living in Costa Rica compared to the U.S., your gift will purchase considerably more.
WAYS TO GIVE
Donations and endowments are accepted in the United States business office.
TAX DEDUCTION
The Foundation For Sustainable Living is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization as set forth in the United States Internal Revenue Code. All contributions are generally 100% tax deductible. Please consult your financial advisor for detailed information.
